Ward Days are back at the National Building Museum!

On July 20, 2023, Ward 4 & Ward 5 residents can enjoy free admission to the museum (401 F Street NW). Museum opens at 10:00 am. Story time at 11:00 am & 1:00 pm. Bring proof of residency with zip code.

From the website:

As part of the Washington, D.C. community, the National Building Museum invites residents of each D.C. Ward to visit the Summer Block Party installation, Look Here, with free admission to all exhibitions during your specific Ward Day. 

When is the Look Here Ward Day for my neighborhood? 

• July 20: Wards 1, 4, 5, and 6 
• August 3: Wards 3 and 8 
• August 17: Wards 2 and 7 

I’m ready to visit the Museum, what do I need to know? 

• The Museum opens at 10 am on each Ward day. 
• Your Ward Day eligibility is determined by your zip code, please bring an ID or piece of mail with zipcode. 
• All visitors must check in at the Museum’s Visitor Center to receive their complimentary admission wristband in order to visit all of the exhibitions. 
• All children must be accompanied by an adult in the museum at all times. No more than 10 children per adult, please.